/cgl/ - Cosplay & EGL

I've been in love with cute school uniforms since I was a teen, but now that I'm 22, and having graduated school a few years ago, I'm worried I'm too old to wear them and that it would be weird. I still am in love with the look though. I'm curious what everyone thinks about wearing this stuff once you start getting "older." Is it considered creepy or trying-too-hard? What about girls in Japan, do they stop wearing it after they get out of school, continue to wear it for a year or two after they graduate, or do they keep wearing it even longer than that?

I'm currently living in Japan, are there any brick and mortar stores apart from Conomi that sell non-costume serafuku? I know Donki and Bodyline sell them but bodyline will be cheap quality and donki probably will be too.. I can't order online at the moment.

>>8264285
I think it depends on how young you look as well as what sort of style you want to wear it as. 22 isn't that old to me as I'm slightly older.

>>8264285
I'm a little older than you and want to wear them too. I'm shooting more for a university, polished look than kawaii schoolgirl though.

>>8264753
http://en.lucypop.jp/ ?

Someone mentioned Uhaschool on taobao in a previous thread and their stuff looks cute. It looks like they do separates, sets, and customs to a certain extent. I'd like to order from them once the cosplay season dies down.

Is this crazy or no? I was thinking about wearing a nanchatte sefuku to work if it would be allowed. I never got a chance to dress like that back when I was actually in school but I always wanted to, so I thought having a work "uniform" might be fun.

>>8264285
I know a while back it was pretty popular for girls who had already graduated (even by a couple years) to wear uniforms together just to hang out. Just like there was a trend of going to Disney in groups, all wearing uniforms.

Hell, you'll see 20+ year old gyarus (not the school age kogyaru) wearing school uniforms to events and around Halloween and stuff so I think once you hit a certain point you just see it as a costume. Kind of like how women here will wear Catholic school uniforms to costume parties and on Halloween.

>>8264753
>>8264757
>>8265198
So it sounds like it's acceptable then for wearing casually and to events, but it will look costumy if you don't look like you're still young enough to be in school? I always thought I looked older than my age, but I'm still getting comments from people who can't believe I'm not still in school, so apparently I look younger than I am to some people so maybe I am at an advantage to get away with wearing it.

It's not that I want to look like I'm still in school, I just really adore the way the clothes look, it's so smart but still cute and put together and I have a huge crush on sailor themed stuff on top of it.

I wish I could have worn the look while I was actually in school. I would have been allowed to but to be really honest my life during high school was an absolute nightmare and I was going through some terrible things at the time. It feels like I missed out on a big part of my life by not having a "high school experience."

>>8264753
According to a few people in the Bodyline thread, most of their separate skirts are actually decent quality and comparable to what you'd find at a regular clothing store, and I've seen a few reviews that have said a few of their ribbon ties are surprisingly only a little cheaper than what you'd find at Conomi.
I was planning on ordering a ribbon tie and a skirt from them because their prices are cheap and I have to order online, so I hope what I heard is true.

>>8264753
If i remember right, there is a cute shop in Harajuku. The brand symbol is a howl. I hope it's still there, 'cause I visited Tokyo 2 years ago! (Sorry for mu English ;-;)

>>8265273
*my

>>8265261
Bodyline anon here. I ordered two sets and they're arriving tomorrow. One red plaid full set (blouse/skirt/tie) and one pink plaid tie & skirt so I'll post a review tomorrow when I get it.

>>8265261
I have like 10 skirts/bows from bodyline, the quality is fantastic and definitely what you would find at a normal store. I can post pics if anyone wants.

Also for bows I highly recommend toktokdesigns.

>>8265407
I'd like pics please! There's only one or two pics of Bodyline's non Lolita stuff so I'd love to see especially before I order.

Toktokdesigns has some super cute bows, and they sound reasonably priced too.

>>8265231
sage for off-topic but I love this girl's hair color, does anyone know how to achieve that?

I wear seifuku almost full-time, even to my job. There's no law that says you have to be a certain age to wear schoolgirl-like clothing, simply because college and above does not require them. I don't know how common it is in Japan, but I have two Japanese conversation partners and they've never thought it was weird I dressed like this, and said the outfit was extremely cute. Treat it like you would any other style- see what fits you well and figure out what coordinate looks best. and if someone thinks you're strange for just wearing a pleated skirt and blouse? who cares, honestly? I was shy about wearing it at first but now it's a part of who i am. I absolutely love customizing my uniform every year without having to be in high school.

>>8265463
>I have two Japanese conversation partners and they've never thought it was weird I dressed like this, and said the outfit was extremely cute.
Keep in mind that most Japanese will not tell you to your face that you look like a weirdo though, even if that's what they really thought.

How do other people react to it? Like your coworkers? I'm pretty intrigued.

>>8265429
It's either a wig or Palty dye. There are so many Palty dyes that it's ridiculous. I'm sure you'll find that exact shade though.

>>8265231
>>8265429
>>8265517
It could be a light version of Palty's Raspberry Jam.

>>8265489
haha, that's completely true, but even so, I wouldn't let that possibility deter me from wearing it.

I have a mix of both middle-aged coworkers and coworkers in their twenties. Both have complimented that I looked really cute, but most don't bat an eyelid. Same deal with most places I go.

>>8265293
I was the anon wondering about the beige seifuku set and you said the material looked similar to the one you ordered, so I can't wait for a review!

>>8265517
>>8265521
Ok, thanks so much!

>>8265463

I'm >>8265179, so I am glad you made this comment. I'm still wondering what other people think about wearing seifuku as a work uniform though.

The idea is attractive to me because I wasn't able to dress like this in school, and it makes sense to not have to worry about what I'm going to wear when I need to rush off to work.

>>8265640
When I was thinking about getting into the fashion, like you, I was looking online to see if anybody else followed the seifuku trend. I came across this article about university students in their 20's wearing it somewhat regularly:

http://asianbeat.com/en/jjj/jjj004.html

“I always wanted to wear it to school when I was in high school, but I couldn’t then so I’m doing it now.”

So i thought, if they can do it, why can't i? i'm still a uni student, but I plan on wearing uniforms for as long as it makes me feel cute. : )

>>8265640

As far as an actual work uniform, though, I think it would really depend on how relaxed your job is on dress codes. All the places I've worked at were very business casual, so anything modest was fine.

>>8265752
>>8265780
Thanks for your thoughts. I was a bit worried about what people would think and if I'd look like a weeb for doing it, but it's cute and most people probably won't even recognize it as "school-girl uniform" since I'm from America. I think I am going to try it, of course I have to find out if it' allowed first, but even if it isn't I think I'll get an outfit or two for casual wear and for days when I might need to look a little dressed up.

Anyone have any experience with or have examples of people wearing more traditional style uniforms, perhaps even with a sightly Showa-era or gothic influence? I'm a bit too old to flit about in short skirts and ribbon neck bows but I think I could still pull that traditional kinda look off (plus I love it, it just doesn’t seem to be a 'thing'[?]).

Hey, finally a thread! I'm a big mooscly guy (6'0, 205) looking to wear a seifuku for a cosplay. Should I just buy a huge one and tailor it to myself, or are they not going to have anything near that size?

>>8265869
I love this style too but I always felt like it was even more childish then the pleated skirt and ribbon look so I have avoided it even though I love it. Maybe it's because I associate sailor-style uniforms with young kids and anime where I associate the other style with private schools or prep schools.

>>8265924
I bet this could work for a grown up look, if you made some adjustments...maybe like remove those trimmings on the sleeves and hem so its just the sailor collar that stands out. Perhaps make the dress slimmer and out of a flowier material?

>>8265924
>>8265954
Dropping the waist will immediately make it more mature.

>>8265846
in fact, i believe that model in the photo is Shiina Hikari and she's already 20 or 21, and still models for some of Lucypop's uniforms.

Just messing around with an idea, but to make the look more mature would something like this work?
>scrap cardigan for casual blazer
>tights or thigh highs instead of knee high
>fashion shoes instead of loafers
>darker colors

>>8265956
this exactly

that waist is always going to make a dress look more childish/immature

i'm trying to find some pictures but sailor-themed dresses were popular with American women in the 1930s and 1940s, so that has been an acceptable style for an adult woman before

>>8265924
I actually find this look a lot more mature because in normalfag terms, it probably looks more like 20s/30s vintage style clothing with perhaps a nautical influence.

Even girls that are into vintage shit wear similar things and I don't think they necessarily have any connection to Japanese fashion / weeb culture.

>>8266467

>>8266467
I knew women used to wear clothes like this buy I guess anime just stuck in my mind more.
I really love this stuff, I love vintage stuff as much as I do kawaii stuff.

I think pic related is a cheer squad uniform.

>>8266487

It'd be nice to see some self posts if possible of people's attempts or outfits

What about sukeban-style seifuku? Anyone here tried something like this? I'm trying to put together an outfit for a con.
>tfw no bosozoku-style ujm

>>8266927
It would be fun to dress up with a group of friends like that, though I guess you don't want to look like a real gang too much.

pic not related, just wanted to post it.

>>8266639
I'd like to see some people's outfits too, but I understand if nobody does or wants to because I would really prefer to not post myself on the internet, even with my face cut out.

I really hope the two Bodyline-anons post pictures of their things though.

>>8267932
>tfw no group of friends willing to do this w/ me
all my con-going friends are more into tumblr-core stuff like FNAF and SU

Has anyone bought anything from zhuzhusl on Taobao? Currently waiting on a cardigan from there, though I plan on ordering more things before it gets to me.
Or how about nanchatte seifuku stuff from other Taobao stores? Recommendations?

>>8266639
Last time I posted I got slammed for it so it's a no for me

>>8268228
Yeah, I'll just stick to posting people's outfits who've already posted themselves to the internet.

>tfw bought a school cardigan at a discount store brand new and it's a size smaller than I need

I keep going back and forth from wanting to sell it to just using it to tie around my waist.

Bodyline anon here.

>>8268460
>>8268479
Order just arrived and I've put up my reviews. Here are the links to the uniforms:

Red Set:
>http://bodyline.co.jp/bodyline/showProduct2.asp?id=5855
(Thin skirt, decent but stiff blouse, cheap tie)

Pink Skirt:
>http://www.bodyline.co.jp/bodyline/showProduct2.asp?id=8898
(Very good quality skirt and tie, adjustable waistband, hidden pocket, adjustable length bow)

>>8265427
>>8267942
Bodyline anon #2 here! I apologize in advance for multiple posts and wrinkled stuff.

Ok so first off I don't really recommend the sets that come with shirts. The shirts are made of super thin material and the sleeves are snug. So get a size up if you insist, also the button holes are shit and the thread comes undone easily.

I've noticed there are two different quality skirts. First off are these, the fabric is a bit scratchy, the clasps feel weak and are not adjustable, and there are no pockets. They do have elastic in the waist though. Overall they are still worth like the $10 they cost as they haven't fallen apart despite how much I wear them!

>>8268600
Next is the nicer shit. I absolutely love these skirts I have 6 of them right now. I have just under a 25" waist and the waist band clasps are adjustable enough to where I can fit in a M comfortably or a 2L! The nicer skirts like these I believe are any set that is skirt only or skirt with a matching bow. They have a huge pocket too!

>>8268605
Lastly is mostly a toktok review. I'm in love with these bows, they're essentially the same as a bow tie but patterned for women. They are soft and keep a lovely shape in comparison to bodylines which I find the fabric they used for the skirt to be stiff and doesn't keep as well a shape in bow form. They also ship fast and aren't that pricey! 10/10 highly recommend.

>>8268600
>>8268605
>>8268618
Thank you anon!

>>8268618
Ooooh so many bows! I like that long red ribbon one you have.

Also, on the last thread, someone had mentioned wanting a string/ribbon bow that didn't fray, like this, so I'm going to add this rakuten link where you can find it:

http://global.rakuten.com/en/store/kuri-ori/item/959778/

>>8266927
I bought mine and I love it. Not sure where my ribbon is.. Mostly got this for Coward Mont Blanc Gumi cosplay, but its been 3 years and still havent done it.

>>8268490
>>8268600
Thanks so much to both of you! This was really helpful. I appreciate it and hopefully the other anons do too.

Regarding >>8268600 and >>8268605, is they grey skirt or black skirt COSTUME547?

Also, which skirt is in the lower left corner of >>8268605? I like the color.

Impressive bow collection, by the way!

>>8269024
I believe the black one is 547! My friend has the grey and it's much darker than my grey one. Also that bottom left I happened to get second hand from some other seagull in the sales thread so im not sure which it is or if it's still up.

>>8269276
I finally determined that one is COSTUME437.

Thanks, I was thinking about getting a solid colored one but I was leery about it's quality since it seemed like only the tartan ones were decent.

>>8268675
You can hear seal any polyester ribbon by running them in front of, not on, a flame! Very useful for crafting as well. Keep a cup of water near and have them cut on an angle to further prevent fraying.

Pink skirt anon here. Be honest with me. I'm wearing the uniform to an upcoming convention, I've got a blue school bag with pink straps, and a brown wig with pink underlayer coming to go with it and my sneakers (yes, wearing sneakers since I'll be working during the convention) are black and pink Baby Phat.

I was wondering if you think I could get away with wearing pic related (or the white hello kitty ones) with it as well or should I just stick with my plain black thigh high tights?

>not worried about being a weeb but don't want to be overly tacky weeb

>>8269405
Forgot to add, the pair I have of those cat tights, the ears and bow are hot pink.

>>8269349
Oh cool! I craft too, and needed to seal some fraying ribbons. (Thanks for the warning...I was definitely about to put them on the flames. Lol...)

>>8269405
Sounds like you've got a lot of color going on. Maybe just stick to the plain black thigh high tights.

>>8269547
Guess I should. It is a lot of color now that I think about it. Thanks anon.

>>8268679
Looks good! Where did you buy it?

What color loafers are superior? Black or brown? I usually feel black is better because it will "match" more things, but I've seen a few outfits that look better with brown.

Also, have you ever seen any coords done with some other kind of shoe?

Here's a slightly different outfit. I'd like to see some seifuku outfits that are different then the blouse-tie-cardi-skirt-kneesock-loafer-combo but still being within the lines of the look.

>>8270065
hoodie/pleated skirt combo is another favorite of mine- good for extremely casual wear and if you don't want to stand out so much with the tie/blouse/cardi. Can also match with sneakers.

I'm selling my Bodyline seifuku. I love the thing, but with school I just don't have time to go to cons anymore and I'd like it to go to someone who will actually wear it.
Pic related, except mine's short-sleeved.

>>8270457
As it turns out, Im looking to buy my first one to wear for summer fashion stuff. I was planning on just getting a pleated plaid a-line and short-sleved blouse, but i want it to look more "genuine".

How much would you sell it for?

Could you guys recommend some good places to buy cardigans?

>>8270667
Just stick to your original idea. The bodyline sailor-fukus aren't that great tbh.

>>8270225
I like it being paired with sneakers a lot actually, it looks more casual and reminds me more of the schools I went to because everyone wore sneakers until high school (almost every girl seemed to wear dressy shoes and heels everyday through high school).

This isn't much different than the normal look, but I see less cords done with sweater vests and men's style ties.

>>8265869
I'm really interested in this style, To Alice released a gothic seifuku dress but you can't get it anymore... Really upset about that.

I thought I'd ask in this thread instead of the Bodyline one since this is about the school uniform skirts specifically, how much does the waistband adjust on Bodyline's skirts, and do the measurements actually count the adjustable waist? (for example, if the size is 66-70, is that the size range the waistband adjusts to?)

I'm weirdly in between sizes so I'm having trouble figuring out which size I should get. I don't want to go for the smaller one and have it end up being too small, but I also don't want to get the bigger one and find it's huge and I can't adjust it smaller.

I like scarves being used in outfits a lot.

>>8269770
as a general rule I think brown looks better with navy combos, which is actually a lot of uniform color combos in reality.

>>8269655
Milanoo. Lol. I wanted a cheap one. I weeded through tons on there to find one made out of good materials and finally found this one. Super comfortable and school uniform material is on point. Ive attended private schools all my life and this is exactly what they are made out of. Only problem I had was that the side zipper on the skirt and shirt broke almost instantly and had to go to a tailor and pay to have them fixed with new ones. The zippers were super crappy. Thats really the only thing.

>>8271645
How much? Also,
>milanoo

>>8268679
Your room is pretty cute, anon!
You should probably pick up your underwear off the floor before taking photos, though...

>>8268679
>>8271762
I didn't even notice until anon said something. Awkward.

>>8268618
can i have a link to toktok? I can't seem to find it on google

>>8266639
> sorry about the shit on the floor, my bobbypins fell while I was taking photos

I remember back when I first got my uniform, I was pissed that we had knee-length ones since they made me look boxy. And I couldn't tie a tie so I always had go ask my host dad.
Although during club times we could loosen our tie and un-tuck our shirts and heeled loafers are pretty awesome too...

Anyway, where is a good place to buy skirts that you can comfortably roll the waistband? Go with bodyline or?

I found this spreadsheet on an old seifuku thread, thought it might be relevant

https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1vF7whl-Nfo59y-fLUM_PZwsqvYprAlVNUPIlHXzaxOI/edit#gid=0

>>8271821
you'd have to go with a bigger skirt If you want to roll up.

>>8270667
Anon with the fuku for sale here, and if you're looking to buy your first, this one isn't so bad but of course there are better ones out there.
I bought this one because it was for a casual thing I did with a friend and was good for the price I paid. I bought it for around 40 because shipping from Japan is a bitch, but I'd be willing to sell it for 25.

>>8271162
Bumping my question in case nobody seen it! I hope that's okay.

>>8271924
I get that - it has to be longer length wise to shorten. I'm just asking where a good place to buy is. Obviously bodyline isn't too bad but where else do you guys buy that is a nice price and quality (school quality ones I always find seem to be in the 80 range).

>>8270822
honestly, forever 21 (i know ugh) i have 2 from there with a perfect v neck great for bows to slip right over.

>>8272018
There's elastic on either side of my BL skirt and it adds MAYBE an inch or so onto the measurement listed? So if you have a 66cm waist, it'll stretch to a 65 at most.

>>8272097
Hmm, well the kind I was going to get is going to have one of those adjustable waist things, so if anyone knows about those please let me know what you think. I'll keep it in mind though that the elastic doesn't have much give.

>>8271645
$15.00, $7.00 shipping at the time. I dont care what anyone says about Milanoo. The quality is real uniform material. I got a good find at the time.

>>8271724
Oops. Above.

>>8271809
http://www.toktokdesigns.com/
Seems like they don't send outside of the US sadly. I really would love to buy some of those bows myself.

I am going to my first con in July
I am a guy and I was thinking about doing a School uniform or madoka cosplay for fun, is this a bad idea? Will I get attention or just look like a fuckwit?

>>8273750
I think it depends on your intentions and how much effort you put into it. There's already a hell of a lot of "I'm a male cosplaying a sexy girl! How funny am I!!" at conventions, but if you genuinely enjoy it and put some actual effort into looking presentable then sure, go ahead.

>>8273770
How much effort can one with minimal textiles experience and $200 put in

How the fuck do you wear this shit or short skirts in general without getting bladder or kidney problems from the cold?

>>8273935
thigh highs.

thought I'd post some pics of uniform fashion I felt had a more mature vibe to it.

>>8273945
Well as far as I'm aware tight highs don't really cover the butt from the breeze?

>>8274058
At my school we had woollen winter skirts and I can tell you for a fact, the length of it hardly made any difference to how warm you were. The majority of us wore tights when it was cold anyway and if not then we would be wearing bike shorts under our skirts. Even not in regards to school uniforms I have had many outfits with short skirts warming than ones with pants because you can add more layers, even if you have a few cm of thigh exposed.

>>8273935
how the fuck are you getting bladder and kidney problems

Something super casual

>>8273935
Tights, anon. Tights.

>>8274208
damn, that super cute. Requesting more like this.

>>8273750
Don't do Mandoka, it's old as shit and not funny anymore.

>>8273668
Someone posted a link to a USA shopping service on here before, does anyone still has it?

>>8274214
I've been trying to find outfits that either don't use a blouse (bonus if they still use a tie anyway because ties are cute) or are really laid back and casual, but besides the hoodie cords above this is the only picture I've found.

Also, holy shit this girl's hair is freaking cute. It's exactly the style I wanted my hair, only my hair is too fine and thin to be able to do it. You can't do shit with thin hair, boo.

>>8274231
Girl. get a wig. You'll look fabulous and people probably won't even know the difference.

I forgot how much I needed one of those cardigans. That color is impossible to find on most sites.

>>8273750
Throw both of those ideas into the garbage.
And do a male Hestia.
Sssh.
Just do it. Let it happen.

>>8266178
I think using a thin ribbon tie instead of the large bowties goes a long way for making it look more mature.

where can i buy a casual seifuku plaid skirt, sweater/vest and button down that look like regular clothes as opposed to shitty cosplay kind, i usually get plain cardigans from jcpenney easily, but idk about vests and skirts

>>8274430
Sorry I don't really have an answer, I'm buying my first one from Bodyline since people are saying it's good for the price. If I end up liking it and wear it often enough I'll look into getting something more higher end then.

For the sweaters I would honestly say look in consignment or charity shops. Whenever I go there's always cardis and sweater vests. JC Penny's usually carries those things too though if I'm not mistaken? It's been a while since I've shopped there. Might even try the men's section depending on the look you're going for.

>>8274075
Thanks that helps a lot!
Are there any cute warm shorts for underneath you can recommend?

>>8275088
We all pretty much used to wear the exact same shorts, like these but with a matte finish as that was just what parents brought us, they were not very cute but they were warm. we also used to wear just cute pyjama shorts underneath, although your could see them unless you lent over tables or something but in younger years we used to always show each other if we had really cute shorts on underneath. We also, and I'm pretty sure still do, have the trend of otks pushes down around the ankles to our legs look better so even in the winter half the time we would wear sheer tights with them because they looked better than black stocking. So sorry I don't really have any recommendations but if you have comfy pj shorts you like they work.

>bump

Purchased some thigh-high socks off Ebay for my uniform and they arrived today. By now I've gotten used to "thigh-high" meaning just to my knee if I'm lucky because I'm 175cm but these are amazing. They come up far enough over my knee that I'm not having to tug them up every five seconds and the fabric is really nice. The listing says cotton but the packaging I got said 100% wool? Either way I'm amazed by how good they are for under $2.

>http://www.ebay.com/itm/400732328733

I got the ones in black and I've already added them to my watch list again in white.

>>8278211
Thanks for the link. Been looking for good thighhighs forever, I only have one nice pair that isn't wayyyy too short.

>>8274075
This.

Never had a problem with staying warm other than my feet.
Leather soles + winter slush= perpetually cold feet.

>>8274058
unless your wearing ebay tier skirts you sholdnt have to worry about breezes.
I wore a unifrom in school and never dealt with a cold butt.

>>8274075
>>8278301
Thirding. But my uniform skirts weren't even woolen. By the fourth year, I was always wearing shorts underneath my skirts. It made my butt all cozy.

> plus when I got home, I would just fling off the skirt and would already be in pyjamas mode

>>8278301
I agree with the feet thing, especially with t bars, in the winter they were beyond shit.

I'm looking to pad my nanchatte seifuku wardrobe, and figured I'd get some skirts from Bodyline since they're cheap and people are saying they're decent and I can wear them just for romping around in. I can't decide if I like some of their patterns or not though, especially pic related. Something just looks off about it to me, but I like the colors used. What do ya'll think? Yay or ney? Also does this cheapass tie of their's match the skirt or not, I really can't decide.

>>8278301
>>8278474
Wear two layers of thin socks under your thigh-highs etc it really keeps the heat in.

Related to the topic of staying warm.

>>8279461
The fuzzy socks made me laugh, back when I was in school I used to wear fuzzy socks because it was cozy.

Semi-related, and this is the best place I could think of for help: Can someone please help me find a skirt in these colors or a close match? My eyes are shit for colors and once I get looking at plaids it's so confusing.

Also: Yeah, the comic's habit of just using a swatch in one size is weird looking.

>>8279502
Sorry, I looked around on a few different places but couldn't find anything with that pattern and colors.

How do you guys feel about conomi? How are they quality wise?

>>8272016
Is your seifuku still available?

>>8268679
Aren't you the milanoo-chan from the other thread?

>>8280213
Thanks for trying, anon! It's good to at least know I didn't miss the obvious because I'm an idiot.

>>8279502
Closest I could find:
http://item.taobao.com/item.htm?spm=a230r.1.14.1.lfyI3y&id=17993377714&ns=1&_u=q10du4oj9f77&abbucket=16#detail
http://www.bodyline.co.jp/bodyline/showProduct2.asp?id=8688&pageNumber=5&pageStop=stop_4&noSubType=N#picture
http://www.bodyline.co.jp/bodyline/showProduct2.asp?id=7279&pageNumber=2&pageStop=stop_5&noSubType=N

>>8279461
>schoolgirls staying warm
This reminds me of the time Chie said she put chilli powder in her socks in persona 4.

Recently bought all this on taobao for £100/$150. The cardigans turned out to be fantastic quality, Anybody want links?

>>8280809

I'd love some links, anon

>>8270822
Woolovers

>>8280831
skirts
http://haine.taobao.com/

cardigans and bowties
http://shop109347678.taobao.com/category.htm?spm=2013.1.w4010-6269697999.2.6THWFz&search=y

>>8280809
>>8280920
Thank you for the links, anon!

>>8280809
review skirts please?

>>8280809
150$ shipping included?

>>8281239
the skirts are pretty light material, better for summer, comes with a little zip and button so if you're 70cm waist like me, get the asian L which is a 74cm waist. Nice and comfy and the pleats hold up well~

>>8281314
unfortunately no, mine was £140/$180 shipping and engtaobao.com fees included. They're only 5%! I took SAL shipping and it got to me in a week, 7 cardigans, 6 skirts, a shirt, a sweater vest and several neckties at 5.2kg

>>8281897
>sweater vest
How thick are they? I'm actually looking for one on the thinner side.

>>8279092
That only worked if you managed to keep dry, or warm up later. The sound of squishing shoes in the halls was pretty common in winter.
The school stupidly mandated the worst shoes, (mary-jane style, brilliant for slushy wet weather!), then you had no place to change from or keep wet overshoes if you wore them (or boots, heaven help you as the notes home would be unending from those administrators who saw you making an attempt to keep dry or warm).

It was simply a terrible policy decision on their part, allowing the students to wear wellies or overshoes then providing a simple area to store them would have been a simple change.

The worst part of the shoes themselves (other than actual leather soles for school shoes) was the thread that held the stupid things together would fall apart from the slush, and eventually you had shoes that looked like a vagrant's.

We joked that it was a conspiracy by the school with a local shop to clear it's old stock of hideously crap uniform shoes.

>>8281904
it's medium-thickness and quite long, designed to go over your skirts like the cardigans, sorry!

>>8282071
Oh well. It's a fantastic price so I'll get one anyway and try not to overheat while looking fabulous.

Where can I get a good sukeban-style seifuku? My friend gave me the idea for a yanki kuchisake-onna for those lazy con days, but I have yet to find a seifuku and I wouldn't look forward to making one.

>>8280448
I have only bought 4 things from them over the course of 3 years, but I guess so? Ive been lucky with my shopping from them.

>>8279088
Probably too much white contrasting. I'd love it more with less white.

>>8279502
I think this is pretty close, I reckon the art style where they overlay filters to force the colour to balance is probably what's throwing you off.

http://www.bodyline.co.jp/bodyline/showProduct2.asp?id=7279&pageNumber=2&pageStop=stop_5&noSubType=N

Maybe stain it a shade darker with a deep navy or something?

I would like to get some longer skirts, meaning around knee-length.
Someone knows some place to get good quality longer skirts?
I saw that kuri-ori offers skirts in 51cm length, but some more options to buy from would be nice.

And this thread needs more seifuku pictures.

>>8283221
Thanks! That's what's wrong for sure, I just could not figure it out on my own. Glad someone answered, I have a habit of being skimmed over. But anyway, I agree, if there was only a thin strip of white, I'd love it, but seeing as it's so wide I'm not so sure. I wish they had another pattern but with these same colors.

>>8282662
I ordered this one from taobao, but heck, it was $35, I don't know what to expect. I'm picking up my package today, so I'll see if I can review it for you.
http://item.taobao.com/item.htm?spm=a1z10.3-c.w4002-9276161516.54.mDigkL&id=42321958018

>>8283267
I got a Bodyline skirt that because it's a bigger size rides down on my hips and even when I tighten it to the max it's still to my knees. It's not in danger of falling off me or anything, it's just meant to be worn up higher so they're longer.

>>8283309
>having to iron those pleats
You are a braver seagull than I.

>>8283379
I accept the challenge, anon.
>tfw budget weebshit

>>8283377
This is great news for me because I like the longer looking skirts a lot of times and was planning on testing the seifuku waters via Bodyline. I just can't pick which one of their skirts I want. I'm worried by the time I pick the prices will suddenly go up or they will sell out, ha ha ha.

>>8283267
I love this photo, but I don't know why. Maybe it is because of the longer skirt.

>>8283390
Prices are already going up according to the Bodyline thread. I think everyone is hoping the Spring Sale will start soon.

>>8283433
>>8283390
I said that and checked the Bodyline FB... the 20% off sale just started. I'd buy your uniform now, anon.

>>8283377
I don't really like having my skirts hanging around my hips, so that's not really an option for me. I guess I'm aiming for an overall more classic or orthodox image.
I actually own two bodyline skirts one in M and one in L and they both fit my waist alright and the quality is really nice as others already said. Just length wise they are a bit lacking for me.

>>8283435
I just checked the site and the prices are the same, god the Lolita prices are awful right now. I added stuff to the cart and there wasn't a discount added, so I'm not sure if princes haven't been adjusted yet or if it's going to be another fakey sale.

But assuming things are actually going to be on sale, I need to decide what I like just in case. Ugh I'm so indecisive.

Is there a particular color or pattern that's recommended?

>>8283451
Like others have said, go for the newer designs. Each listing should show the clasp for the skirt and the ones with the generic zip and clasp with elastic waistband are going to be thin and cheap.

The good sturdy fabric ones are the ones like >>8268605 with the adjustable strap and hidden pockets.

>>8283451
Also did you switch your currency to Yen? That should take off some money right there.

>>8283480
Yup! I know about the yen thing.

I guess then it's just a matter of deciding what color I want to go with. I own a red plaid skirt already so even though it's not very appropriate for the seifuku look I think I want to go with something blue or a calmer color like that.

>>8283309
Omg please reveiw if you get the chance!

>>8283663
Much better than I expected. Fabric is okay, sorta stiff, but not shitty taobao plastic fabric bs. The pleats are good, I didn't have to iron them first! The scarf it came with was not good, so I attached a bow I already had. Definitely worth it.

>>8284194
Oh wow, it looks pretty good! And not having to iron the pleats? Sign me up. I usually hate ordering from taobao because I don't like going through SS but I might make an exception for this. Thanks! <3

>>8284320
I'd still recommend ironing the pleats, they don't have THAT much hold.

After not wearing nanchatte seifuku for years, I finally thought I'd start wearing it again.
Only I just found out someone I know has a school uniform fetish.
I feel really uncomfortable now and I'm mad because I was really unsure about getting back into it since I feel old for it and just when I finally convince myself of course something has to make me feel weird and not want to do it.

I don't know what possessed me to do it but now I'm trying to make a cute uniform set to go with Nagisa from Free!'s varsity jacket. The jacket seems to change shades of pink depending on who you buy it from so I wanted a skirt with two shades of pink just in case the jacket was light pink or darker pink.

Still at a loss for a bow/tie since this Bodyline skirt doesn't come with one.

>>8280616
>>8283226
You guys are angels, thank you!

>>8285695
Thats actually really cute, I want to do that for my husbando now, too bad he has the worst colour scheme.
>green and orange
Why does he have to be such a lovable dork?

>>8285723
Aw, thanks. I've got a school bag I'm going to decorate with Free! merch as well.

Maybe find a green patterned skirt? There should be some green x black ones somewhere.

>dat gif

>>8283267
Thrift stores etc, no really - I've had better luck in those type places than anywhere else, cheap too. If anyone's interested I can post my finds later on.

>>8285938
I wouldn't mind seeing them, I never find anything in the thrift stores around here.

Are there any options for tops that have a collar that aren't stiff? Cotton blends with a stretch, like a knit? Or comfier button ups, that are more soft/flexible and pure cotton?

>>8285997
Seconding this, I prefer cotton fabrics and I like to be comfortable.

>>8285997
>>8286006
It's pricy but you can try LL Bean. My favorite cotton blouses come from there and they are super comfy. The prints are simple too so they don't stand out too badly.

Nagisa anon here. Looking for opinions on bows and socks. I'm thinking about the first bow but I don't know if the second or third would fit better.

And for socks, should I get white loose socks, white thigh-high socks, or traditional navy knee socks?

>>8286613
Why not go with brown shoes and a bluexpink bag to better match the bluexpink theme. You're going to use a white button up blouse right? I think the pink bow is nice honestly, blue is a close second but ay be too odd with the skirt, but the stripe one seems off to me. Definitely go with loose socks.

>>8286620
I'll see if I can find a bluexpink bag. Most of what I see is navy but I'd love a blue one. I can get brown shoes easily, I was getting them from Bodyline and they've got both in stock.

I just hope the brighter pink bow will match. I might just hold off on getting one until after I get the jacket and skirt in since I'm not 100% sure what shade of pink the jacket will be.

Thank you so much for the advice. I'll edit the collage once I've found the stuff available to purchase.

>>8286620
>>8286632
I must have horrible Taobao-ing skills today because I can't find any bluexpink bags that aren't navy blue.

I found a pink and white one though.
>http://detail.tmall.com/item.htm?spm=a220o.1000855.1998025129.3.ABQsLR&id=39227967284

>>8286613
This is really cute. I like the blue bow best. I think the pinkxblack bag is fine but think pinkxwite or pinkxblue would look better. I prefer the black shoes to brown personally.

>>8286613
Cries anon this is such a cute idea! I'd love to see pictures one day!

>tfw you can't do something similar because your husbando doesn't have an official jacket

>>8286729
>>8286706
Thank you, anons! I'm trying to get started now on getting everything but I'll post pictures as soon as I get it all done before Anime Weekend Atlanta.

I'll probably update a lot and ask for more opinions when stuff arrives and I start doubting my choices. I'm the kind of person where every shade has to match or I think it looks terrible.

>>8286671
http://www.ebay.com/itm/New-Cosplay-School-Uniform-Bag-Japan-Japanese-Girl-Boy-Shoulder-Handbag-COS/171598978658?_trksid=p2050601.c100259.m3454&_trkparms=aid%3D111001%26algo%3DREC.SEED%26ao%3D1%26asc%3D20140813124757%26meid%3Dade8a711ecdd410e8483b1a97d58062d%26pid%3D100259%26rk%3D2%26rkt%3D4%26sd%3D371272022159%26clkid%3D5773617379503633429&_qi=RTM2067268

Horrible link but I've found a blue and pink one on ebay!

>>8286809
That's the blue and pink you/they meant? I have that bag. I was thinking bright blue and pink. No wonder I couldn't find one.

In case anybody is interested, I found this site that sells plus-sized socks and tights.
http://www.sockdreams.com/

>>8285879
I probably could but black and green in general looks terrible on me and his jacket it the second ugliest one. (Yeah, Rei is ugliest.)

>>8286632
I found this on amiami but it's sold out. It's available on rakuten and amazon.jp though

I was wondering if anyone has seen a skirt pattern similar to pic related anywhere. I need it for cosplay but also I really like the colors. I almost thought about making my own plaid but that may be too much effort.

>>8288116
Also, sorry for the really shitty mobile picture!

>>8288116
Man I wish I could see more sabagebu cosplay

>>8288122
I'm trying! I would love to get a group together since I haven't seen much of it. That skirt is just killing me. I would gladly make it but the fabric is near impossible to find, I've searched for days for anything even similar. I think some alternative outfits or characters would be easier but my mind is set on this one.

Hey seagulls.
This is what I'm wearing today.
I read earlier in the thread that self posts were welcome but I apologise if that time has been and gone. I'd personally love to see other self posts.
This is a great thread, let's keep it going!

>>8268605
So the "nicer shit" are basically any of the plaid right? If not could you tell me the code names for these?

>>8283277
No worries anon, I feel that happening to me too. I think it's because we ask the hard questions that nobody will know haha.

But yeah, it would be absolutly perfect if that thick row of white running horizontally would go! Hence why I'm considering buying a sewing machine and making my own. Particularly because the dark green plaid skirts I want are always sold out. Great that there's girls with taste out there I suppose lol

>>8285096
Then dont wear it to school? Where it at home, shopping, going out with friends etc.
Anyway, people have fetishes for all sorts of things, you can't avoid it.
>>8288160
Cute! Shame the cardi doesnt accommodate your hips with the pulling at the button there :/ I've been having a hard time finding "the right" cardi where I am, and it's coming on winter. Colours are weird, wrong patterns, wrong shape etc. Found some sollace in a cardigan from a middle aged ladies store.

>>8288201
The cardi actually fits me quite well but even when it's laying flat it warps like that at the buttons. Aside from ironing it appropriately I don't really know how to fix it, as it makes me look a lil chubby. Anyone have experience with fixing this?

Really baggy thick cardigans are hard to find. I've honestly had the best luck in regular stores such as h&m. If anyone has any more cardigan sources (aside from the helpful Taobao links above) they would be much appreciated!

>>8288217
Oh, fair enough then.

Also looking for good cardi sources!

>>8288217
I bought a Liz Lisa cardigan second hand. It's quite baggy even with my 94cm bust and really warm

>>8288160
Wow so cute! Where did you get that skirt?? I've been looking for a pattern like that.

>>8288217
A lot of the time I see girls leaving the last one or two buttons open. Anyways, I've seen nanchatte with cardigans that aren't so baggy and are actually rather tight-fitting. I wouldn't worry about it. I have a habit of buying cardis that are TOO baggy and then I look like I'm just being eaten up by the sweater. :' )

>>8288238
I live in the UK and got this skirt from my local supermarket, believe it or not. I managed to get it in navy and grey as well. (Here is a link to the grey version: http://www.clothingattesco.com/f+f/f+f-checked-kilt/invt/br511479&bklist=icat,4,shop,catgsale,wm-sale)
I've had some real gems from supermarkets with blouses and loafers. It's definitely worth looking in the more unexpected places sometimes.

In regards to the cardigan sources I thought I should mention that the cardigan I'm wearing is actually the Sailor Moon 20th Anniversary cardigan in white. Definitely tempted to get it in grey and black now too.

>>8288247
That's such a good idea. It looks a lot more flattering.
I really love oversized sweaters and cardigans but it's hard to find ones that don't make you look like a mess.

>>8288227
I've always been led to believe that Liz Lisa was quite small in size so I've never really looked, but it's good to know that they can be quite varied.
Thanks for giving me hope!

>>8288201
I haven't gone to school in years lol.
I live with the person who has said fetish.

>>8287880
Aw. Rei's doesn't look that bad. A bit like an 80s club fashion stereotype but still. Oh! Why don't you use the swim club jackets? It would look great with a uniform since it's a school jacket as well.

>>8287971
Thanks anon! I think maybe I'll go with the pink x white one since it's easily available and will match better because the straps on the blue x pink one are too light blue and I'd be tempted to try and dye it or something and more than likely ruin the whole thing.

>>8288160
That's super cute, anon!

>>8288195
Not that anon but I've bought several Bodyline skirts as well. Some of the plaid ones can be thin. What you need to look for is the ones specifically with that strap in the photo like also in >>8285695 the Bodyline photo will that will strap on the side of the waistband. This is important because the thinner/old ones of the plaid collection don't have those because the waistband has elastic to adjust. The newer/thicker ones don't have elastic so the strap adjusts it. Just definitely look for that strap in any model you like.

Just giving a little bump.

I can't find a skirt with this pattern for the life of me. Doesn't even have to be that cut.

>>8290524
>exact same measurements as me but 7cm shorter.
I did not realise I was this fat.

>>8290524
Well I am just glad I am thinner than a anime character for once

How do you guys feel about wearing the really short skirt?

It seems where I live is more sociable acceptable to wear booty shorts but not short skirts with shorts underneath

>>8290694
Sounds like there's some people who are mad they can't up-skirt you.

I always wear something opaque under my skirts unless they are long. Sometimes leggings, sometimes bloomers, I used to wear tights once in a while but I'm giving those up for health reasons, and I used to have a pair of short black cotton shorts I used when bloomers wouldn't work, like under mini seifuku skirts, but I need a new pair.

I don't mind people wearing their skirts super short, but personally I prefer something that's mid thigh to knee. I actually love the look of the longer knee length skirts.

>>8290524
That's a box pleated skirt. Google it and you might find something similar. If you can sew, it's not too hard to make, just look up patterns. Unless by pattern you meant that plaid... In which case, I wish you luck. Maybe a cosplay site?

>>8290694
I love short skirts. I'm short so anything floating around the knee can be frumpy if I'm not careful. I always wear spandex/yoga shorts under my skirts though, just to be safe. I love longer skirts but I feel like they don't look great on me.
>tfw probably wouldn't pull off fabulous sukeban look

>>8290694
People never set standards for things like that

>>8290702
I am 170cm tall and have a longer leg to body ratio so whenever I wear them even mid thigh I always call too much attention from onlookers

I have a lot of upper thigh pleated skirts that I would love to wear but never can because I feel self conscious about the stares, which is why I haven't wore any skirts above the knee for over a year and a half now. I know I sound whiney but I really don't like feeling this way and I wish I could just not give a fuck

>>8290743
I understand feeling uncomfortable about wearing short skirts. I'm not comfortable doing it without wearing leggings because I'm really self conscious about my thighs. I also sometimes get attention for it even when I'm wearing a short skirt on top of thick leggings, and I'm not really tall or overly attractive. Where I live, girls don't really wear skirts, especially short ones, so I think that alone makes me stick out. It's not so much that I don't give a fuck, I'm actually really shy and sensitive and get anxious every time I go out wearing something like that, but I guess I just try to do it anyway. I don't wear that kind of thing very often.

>>8290680
Im thinner than her too, but I want a skirt with that pattern. Lol.

Are there other shoes that look good with this style besides sneakers and loafers? Or are those pretty much my best options

>>8291261
Mary-Janes would work like in >>8265179

>>8291261
Oxfords work really well too!

I love love love nanchatte seifuku.

I'd like to form a local NS club for outings together. It would be so much fun.

My skirt and tie are Bodyline, the blouse and vest are from Old Navy's uniform section.

>>8290524
is http://item.taobao.com/item.htm?spm=a1z10.3-c.w4002-10309765432.54.7uX4jj&id=41358786853 okay, anon? (it's yellow/gold instead of white)

>>8292015
That's really cute anon! The Bodyline plaids always look weird to me online; can you post which one you're wearing?

In the mean time, this thread needs more coord collages

>>8292155
It's costume572. Like previous posters have said, the quality is excellent and I love that it has a pocket big enough to fit a Galaxy phone.

>>8290719
Pretty sure they're all short girls too.

>>8292170
So thats to say, all the plaid skirts come with pockets?
I'm just about to drop an BL order
>costume664 only comes in M which only is only 41cm long
The skirts are adjustable, yes? Because if so maybe I could get away with sitting it lower onto my hips?

>>8292155
>>8292015
I love both of these! Sorry I don't have any pics to contribute right now. I agree, some of their plaids really look weird. I was one of the first people asking about Bodyline skirts. I still can't decide which color/plaid I want to get. I'm almost leaning towards getting one of the solid ones just because I can't seem to choose.

>>8292071
Yes thank you!

How do you make the back of the skirt not ride up when you have a fat ass?

>>8292424
I think getting a skirt with a bigger waist would solve the problem, so it would hang lower on the hips...

>>8292015
where are you located?
More importantly where would a NS club go/do?

>>8292436
I got myself a longer skirt and pinned the front part put against my unitard underneath so that the back and front would keep the same length because my butt is bigger and the front part would sag more because of that. It worked out very well and you can't even tell.

>>8292436
What girls at my grade school would do is buy longer skirts then have them hemmed evenly while they were wearing it. So when it was laying flat the front would be shorter. It might be kind of hard to do if you don't have someone helping you it can be kind of hard though.

>>8292576
You wear a unitard under your uniform?

>>8292876
Shapewear. Most female cosplayers wear them to even out everything and to hide things like belly button indentations. I wore mine because it is a unitard with shorts.

>most skirts in size M are 41 cm long
>costume606 is 43 cm
>one of them was 39 cm
Interesting since they all have the same build.. Thought I might point that out if length was an issue with anyone tall as well.

>>8292505
I'm not that poster, but love the idea of a NS club! while I don't mind going solo, I've always wanted a friend to dress up with or shop with.

>>8292882
Oh yeah. Also because with my outfit, when I raise my arms too high my stomach shows and it is just a little nerve wracking to me doing that at a convention because maid outfits and school uniforms are kinda the staple for things people like and I don't want the attention of too much skin showing.

Does anyone know of any good taobao japanese school uniform sellers? I really want a seifuku or another skirt

>>8292218
No, all the plaid skirts don't come with pockets. The older designs don't have them or the adjustable band and they're thinner. Pic related.

Anyone bought a genuine second-hand seifuku from yahoo Japan auctions? Some of them go for super cheap, especially if they have a bit of damage etc. I'm seriously tempted but part of me wonders if it would make a a bit like some seedy otaku type.

>>8293081
Oh for goodness sake I'm retarded - I thought the post I replied to was replying to someone else, my bad. Thanks for dealing with me anyway.

I feel a bit stupid for asking, but how do you go best about hiding your bra under a white blouse? Wearing a white/ nude top or something I guess?

What are the measurements of an average Japanese medium seifuku? I'm looking at some on yahoo.jp and they don't give the sizes.

>>8295628
Nude bras actually camouflage better than white does, otherwise just wear a t-shirt under it. Real uniform shirts do this too, how fucking see-through they are was the bane of my life in high school.

>>8265179
Depends what your job is, but if it's anything with a chance of actual promotion like office work, no. Dress like you want to be taken seriously, not like a work experience student.

>>8295628
Nude bras, I have a nude cami, something like that.
Only wear white underneath if your skin is too pale for nude to blend

>>8265179
If you want to wear something like that to work, twist it a little.
I'd keep away from plaid skirts because they really carry that schoolgirl look.

But using circle skirts, frilly blouses, pussybows, tights, heels, etc. would work.
I dress like that and get compliments all the time. It's cute without getting the "shouldn't you be in school?" looks.

>>8266927
I would love this.

>>8268618
I don't normally like seifuku bows but those are so cute! They look good quality, like a school tie made into a bow.

>>8269537
I have run them through flames without issue before, but if you hold them in it they'll melt or set on fire.

>>8270065
>>8270225
A lot of people used to wear their uniform like this on the way to and from school when I was in high school. I personally think it looks cute but would be more hesitant about wearing it that way where I live because it looks more like I'm trying to look like a real schoolgirl, whereas nowhere has a cardis and pleated skirts uniform so that's obviously a fashion choice.

>>8271856
Thanks anon!

>>8280809
How was the skirt in the top right? Link to it if it was good?

>>8283267
Seconding this, I like plaid skirts but I'm picky about tartans and the two I have so far are too short. I'll try >>8283377's suggestion since I'd planned on wearing it under a longer jumper anyway, but I'd love to know where I can buy more.

>tfw have a tartan skirt I really love but it barely covers my butt in the back so I can't wear it, why
>don't like any of Bodyline's tartans

>>8284194
Purikura game stronk.

>>8288160
That's a really nice cardigan.

>>8265407
Please post pics! I'd really appreciate it, I'm considering getting a few really soon!

>>8266927
I did this with a kinda shitty Asuka wig. It was in the middle of my Sukeban movie addiction but it was fun as hell. (pls ignore my collar as it tires to escape)
>>8271393
I'm in love with how it mimics the skirt
>>8291261
Depending on the outfit, I feel like slim profile lace up boots can work. Well also the "indoor" school shoes

critique anons? I tried to do something casual but the plaid skirt looks too costume y to me. I usually prefer plaids because of the fabrics but I thought a bow-plaid skirt combo would look too flashy.

>>8296522
You look cute except for those shoes! If you don't have loafers definitely go for Mary Janes. Those boots are really not flattering.

>>8296231
pretty cute actually, where are your wig and skirt from?

>>8296522
seconding changing the shoes, but you look super cute otherwise, I like the hoodie.

>>8296551
Thanks! Wig is an arda Eowin (sp?) in ginger blonde and I think the skirt was an etsy find

>>8296529
>>8296551
I didnt want it to look too dressy, these were the only non dressy shoes I have.are there any casual shoes youd recommend?

I only those boots cause I remember when I was in high school people didn't wear school shoes outside school since it was too uncomfortable. Boots seemed to be the thing to wear

>>8296231
Where's the top from? Thanks

>>8296880
I made it for a Senran Kagura cosplay but the fit was *awful*

>>8295716
Height of 158cm = 5'2"
Usually B84cm/W62cm/H90
Equivalent to Japanese women's size 9, or US size 2-4 (given how vanity sizing is getting worse).

>>8295909
>>8296003
Thanks for the answers, I guess I will have to get some nude bras then.

>>8296522
That's really cute but I'd wear different shoes. Trainers could be cute if you wanna go casual to match the hoodie.

>>8296171
Thank you! It's actually the Sailor Moon 20th Anniversary cardigan, and I've got the grey and black versions in the mail at the moment too.
Pic related, I'm so desperate for the red sailor collar sweater! I think it could be styled really nicely.
Anyone got any pics (or self posts) of more unorthodox nanchatte? I'd love some more inspo!

>>8297497
Ive got the red sailor sweater! Haven't had the chance to wear it yet though.

>>8297501
Ah I'm so jealous! Does it have much give? My bust is a few cms bigger than the listed size but it looks like a forgiving material so I thought I'd be safe.

Avril Lavigne did a line of school uniform inspired clothing one time. I don't like her or her music at all but some of the clothes were really cute. I owned a few things and I loved them. I grew out of them though, so now all I have left is the cheap clip on tie that came with my blouse, though it's handy for when I need to look professionally dressed since I don't own a real tie.

Here's a model that looks more mature but still wears the standard blouse + pleated skirt combo... i could see her wearing this to work, but would switch the over-the-knee socks with stockings, and then probably the loafers with a higher heel.

What material is "proper"serafuku actually made of?

>>8304993
I'd also love to know this because I want to handmake some

>>8296522
Fuck I love the grey + blue combo! Gotta get a grey sweater now.

I do agree some tartans look costumey - especially the red ones. I ordered some skirts that had a low color contrast between the tartans lines (I got one in browns and another in monochrome grey)

>>8296231
The fall of those pleats are delicious - what fabric is this?

>>8305069
usually high quality suit grade polyester or poly-cotton blend, far cry from the cheap stuff. Winter uniforms are sometimes wool blends.

>>8268060
I have that cardigan in maroon, it's lovely. Surprisingly thick and good quality. I've never been disappointed with stuff i've gotten from that shop.

>>8305234
Pretty sure its a wool/poly blend

Does anybody know of decently thick/big cardigan not off of taobao? I only want one cardigan (since it's almost summer and I won't ever be wearing it then), and don't want to do a whole taobao order for just one.

>>8301321
I love this, I think you can make the school uniform look definitely look a bit more casual and toned down with a round/baby doll collar over the typical pointed one.

>>8274282
She made a blog post about that outfit, she bought the vest here: http://www.cosmates.jp/en/shop/product_info/cPath/346_594/products_id/33772/ yout can get a cardigan in the same colour and brand from that site too

>>8292155
Anyone know how that particular gray (and the black... or is it navy?) skirt from bodyline is irl? It looks really thin and easily wrinkled in pics.

Anyone have it? Is it that thin, or is it more like their good plaid ones?

>>8306715
It's a bit thinner than their plaid ones, but not by much. Same with the other colours too in my experience.

>>8293101
I'm seriously tempted.

>>8307269
Is it the same as say, their colored seifuku skirts? (Like the pink/purple/etc. ones.) That kind of material?

>>8307626
It's almost like a hybrid? They feel like a smoother version of the plaid skirts, and because of that feel a little bit thinner but most likely aren't. They're a lot thicker than the seifuku skirts I've seen.
Sorry this isn't that helpful but it's a bit difficult to describe the fabric!

>>8306241

I also like this one as a very casual look. Side note, that bunny's head on the bag is really freaking me out.

>>8308676
No no you are a great help! Does it have that same adjustable aspect like the plaid skirts? Also, since you mentioned they seem to be bit thinner, do they wrinkle/fold easily? I notice the plaid ones only do if you leave something sitting on it by accident. (I have the pink one.)

>>8308944
From what I understand they all have adjustable bands on them nowadays.
I only ever wear mine and then hang them up straight away so I can't really comment on the creasing, I haven't ever noticed any but I'm really overly careful with my skirts.

Has anyone here tried one of those? I think they fit pretty well in nanchatte, haven't bought mine yet though.

Has anyone purchased these bodyline shoes? (Or the other pair?) Pics/thoughts?

http://lawrarashop.com/le-granfile-candy-sugar-man-series-school-bag-002.html#customer-reviews

Anyone ever order this school bag w/ adjustable straps from lawrarashop? I love the layout of japanese high school bags, with their spacious pockets for books and folders, plus it's so easy to decorate with charms & accessories. But I hate how short the straps are! I have a synthetic leather school bag from arconomi and while the construction is *fantastic*, carrying it around is so uncomfortable...

>>8311342
The heels are too exaggerated and they're synthetic. Not worth the shipping either.
I just go with nice, leather loafers from local stores that are actually practical and long-lasting.

>>8311342
they're pretty nice, run about .5 to 1 size small so be careful. fairly wide though.

>>8311421
>tfw your local store only has loafers like these.
The price I pay for having a size 44cm foot.

>>8311466
This is one of the few times when having tiny feet is an advantage.

> Have size 4.5 feet (21 JP)
> = 3 in childrens
> Tons of barely-worn children's loafers secondhand in thrift shops and online
> "My son/daughter worn it twice for Easter/communion/wedding before he/she grew out of it"